recall information
Recall number
REC-001205
PRA number
2016/15274
Campaign number
SI0303
Original published date
make and model information
Make
SUBARU
Model
LIBERTY & OUTBACK
Year range
2014 - 2015
Affected units
15,585
What are the defects?
The Electronic Parking Brake (EPB) motor may “stick” post engagement of the EPB (for example when parking) and the EPB may not be able to be subsequently released.
What are the hazards?
If the EPB does not release, the vehicle will remain in situ until such time as the issue is rectified. This may cause a hazard to the driver and/or other road users.
What should consumers do?
Known owners will be contacted by mail and asked to present their vehicle to their preferred Subaru Retailer for the recall work at no charge.
Supplier details
Subaru (Aust) Pty Limited
Responsible regulator
Department of Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development, Communications and the Arts is the responsible regulator for this recall.
